Definition of thyroid

Thanks for using this online dictionary, we have been helping millions of people improve their use of the english language with its free online services. English definition of thyroid is as below...

Thyroid (a.) Shaped like an oblong shield; shield-shaped; as, the thyroid cartilage..

Lern More About Thyroid

Thyroid :: Thyroid (a.) Shaped like an oblong shield; shield-shaped; as, the thyroid cartilage..
Thyrohyoid :: Thyrohyoid (a.) Of or pertaining to the thyroid cartilage of the larynx and the hyoid arch.
Thyroideal :: Thyroideal (a.) Thyroid.
Goitre :: Goitre (n.) An enlargement of the thyroid gland, on the anterior part of the neck; bronchocele. It is frequently associated with cretinism, and is most common in mountainous regions, especially in certain parts of Switzerland..
Basedow''s Disease :: Basedow's disease () A disease characterized by enlargement of the thyroid gland, prominence of the eyeballs, and inordinate action of the heart; -- called also exophthalmic goiter..
Thyrotomy :: Thyrotomy (n.) The operation of cutting into the thyroid cartilage.
Cricothyroid :: Cricothyroid (a.) Of or pertaining both to the cricoid and the thyroid cartilages.
Sternpost :: Sternothyroid (a.) Of or pertaining to the sternum and the thyroid cartilage.
Thyro- :: Thyro- () A combining form used in anatomy to indicate connection with, or relation to, the thyroid body or the thyroid cartilage; as, thyrohyal..
Thyroid :: Thyroid (a.) Of or pertaining to the thyroid body, thyroid cartilage, or thyroid artery; thyroideal..
Thyroarytenoid :: Thyroarytenoid (a.) Of or pertaining to both the thyroid and arytenoid cartilages of the larynx.
Random Fonts
Most Popular

close
Privacy Policy   GDPR Policy   Terms & Conditions   Contact Us